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Kentec, the manufacturer of life-critical control systems, has launched the next generation of Taktis analogue addressable fire panel.
Boasting more loops and enhanced integration and networking capabilities, the Taktis 16L panel is designed to meet needs of larger buildings and installations – both now and as their needs evolve. Kentec said it is particularly suited to schools, hospitals, multi-site retail/supermarkets, critical infrastructure and major commercial and industrial facilities.
“As a truly open protocol panel it offers installers and their customers maximum flexibility in systems’ design, site-customisation and in the third-party devices that they use.” Kevin Swann, Managing Diector, Kentec.
Features
16 detection loops to provide up to 144 zone indications
More than 2,000 detection devices
Network up to 128 panels
Four programmable sounder outputs
Five programmable relays
Three programmable inputs
24 programmable soft ‘key functions’
Each panel supports multiple protocols for customisable design
7” full colour resistive touch screen display is easy to use, even for the untrained, according to Kentec. Display can be customised with client branding and logos
Further connectivity is possible via a Media Gateway Card
Supports up to 45Ah batteries and a 10.25A power supply, and has a front-loading printer option.
EN-54-2/EN-54-4 certified
Available in numerous languages
“As a truly Open Protocol panel it offers installers and their customers maximum flexibility in systems’ design, site-customisation and in the third-party devices that they use,” said Kevin Swann, Managing Diector of Kentec. “It also protects both their legacy and future investment since the panel is future proofed with a highly impressive road map of additional functions, features and integration possibilities.”
Kentec is an end-to-end manufacturer, with everything sold being made in the UK. It employs approximately 230 members of staff in its production facility, head office and research and development department. It has a global reach of 90 countries.
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Kentec launches new Taktis analogue addressable fire panel at FIREX 2018Boasting more loops and enhanced integration and networking capabilities, the Taktis 16L panel is designed to meet needs of larger buildings and installations - both now and as their needs evolve.
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